NUST NET - Practice Test - English - Reading Comprehension - Quiz 1

1. Read the passage and answer: "Sleep is a fundamental biological need, yet many people neglect it. During sleep, the brain consolidates memories, processes emotions, and clears waste products. Chronic sleep deprivation is linked to a range of health problems, including weakened immunity, obesity, and heart disease. Experts recommend seven to nine hours of quality sleep per night for adults. Sleep hygiene practices, such as maintaining a regular sleep schedule and avoiding screen time before bed, can improve sleep quality." What is the main idea?

The importance of sleep for health and cognition
The history of sleep research
The dangers of sleeping too much
How to sleep better

2. What does the brain do during sleep according to the passage?

Consolidates memories
Stores emotions
Clears toxins
Both A and C

3. What health problems are linked to chronic sleep deprivation?

Weakened immunity, obesity, and heart disease
Improved immunity
Better memory
No health effects

4. How much sleep do experts recommend for adults?

Seven to nine hours
Five to six hours
Ten to twelve hours
Less than five hours

5. What are sleep hygiene practices mentioned?

Regular sleep schedule and avoiding screen time
Eating before bed
Exercising at night
Drinking caffeine

6. What does the author imply about sleep in modern life?

Often neglected
Overemphasised
Not important
Always prioritised

7. What does "neglect" mean in the passage?

Fail to care for properly
Give attention to
Prioritise
Value

8. What is the author's tone?

Informative and advisory
Critical
Humorous
Sarcastic

9. What does the passage suggest for better sleep?

Improving sleep hygiene
Taking sleeping pills
Ignoring sleep problems
Staying up late

10. What is the author's purpose?

To educate about sleep
To sell sleep products
To describe dream research
To discuss nightmares